Scheme of Developing High Quality Research (SHODH)
The “Scheme of Developing High Quality Research (SHODH)” was launched by the Education Department, Government of Gujarat. The scheme aims to provide financial assistance to maximum students in the state of Gujarat to encourage them to pursue high-quality research.
About This Scheme
The “Scheme of Developing High Quality Research (SHODH)” was launched by the Education Department, Government of Gujarat. The scheme aims to encourage Ph.D. research scholars to pursue high-quality, regular, and full-time research in the state.
Objectives of the Scheme:
To provide financial assistance to maximum students in the state of Gujarat to encourage them to pursue high-quality research.
To encourage students studying in all branches of knowledge to pursue high-quality regular and full-time research.
To increase the capacity and scope of quality research in higher education institutions.
To create a global identity through industry and socially useful research.
To promote research to meet the current needs and to meet the modern requirements.
To also promote research that preserves India’s rich cultural heritage and embraces new dimensions.
Benefits
Stipend:
₹15,000/- per month as stipend for 2 years.
₹20,000/- per annum as contingency expense.
Total Assistance: ₹4,00,000/- per scholar at the end of 2 years.
Eligibility Criteria
The applicant should be a resident of Gujarat.
The applicant should be a student.
The applicant should be a registered Ph.D. scholar in a recognized university of Gujarat.
The applicant should be pursuing full-time, regular research.
Application Process
Apply Online
Registration Process:
Visit the
official website
to apply for the scheme.
Read the SHODH Guidelines and Government Resolution before applying.
Click Login → select Registration (for new users).
Choose the application year, fill all required fields, and click Register.
Registration details cannot be changed later, so enter carefully.
Password will be sent to your registered mobile number. Confirm it to complete registration.
Change your password immediately after registration using the “Change Password” option.
Login Process:
Go to the homepage and select Login.
Select Application Year.
Enter registered email ID, new password, and captcha.
Click Login to proceed.
Filling User & Academic Details:
Open User Details → fill all personal details including ration card information.
Enter ration card number and your member ID only (not family member IDs).
Provide Bank Details and ensure Aadhaar is linked to your account via NPCI.
Open Academic Details → fill Ph.D. stream, sub-stream, thesis title (in English fonts), research lab, and guide details.
Uploading Documents:
Upload all required documents clearly (Aadhaar, Bonafide Certificate, SSC Certificate/Marksheet, Research Proposal, PPT, Self-declaration form, etc.).
Proposal and PPT must include signatures of Guide and HOD (stamp on first page).
Self-declaration must be signed by Guide, HOD, and Nodal Officer before uploading.
Application Lock & Submission:
After filling details, click Application Lock → check “Print Preview”.
Correct errors (if any) before final lock. Once locked, no changes are allowed.
Print the application form.
Submit your form along with original documents to your University SHODH Nodal Officer for verification.
Application Status:
Track your application using the Student Status tab on the portal.
If the status shows “Pending”, contact your University Nodal Officer.
Nodal Officers can unlock your form for corrections only if status is pending.
User Manual: English
Official Source: View on myScheme.gov.in
Benefits
Stipend:
₹15,000/- per month as stipend for 2 years.
₹20,000/- per annum as contingency expense.
Total Assistance: ₹4,00,000/- per scholar at the end of 2 years.
Application Process
Apply Online
Registration Process:
Visit the official website
to apply for the scheme.
Read the SHODH Guidelines and Government Resolution before applying.
Click Login → select Registration (for new users).
Choose the application year, fill all required fields, and click Register.
Registration details cannot be changed later, so enter carefully.
Password will be sent to your registered mobile number. Confirm it to complete registration.
Change your password immediately after registration using the “Change Password” option.
Login Process:
Go to the homepage and select Login.
Select Application Year.
Enter registered email ID, new password, and captcha.
Click Login to proceed.
Filling User & Academic Details:
Open User Details → fill all personal details including ration card information.
Enter ration card number and your member ID only (not family member IDs).
Provide Bank Details and ensure Aadhaar is linked to your account via NPCI.
Open Academic Details → fill Ph.D. stream, sub-stream, thesis title (in English fonts), research lab, and guide details.
Uploading Documents:
Upload all required documents clearly (Aadhaar, Bonafide Certificate, SSC Certificate/Marksheet, Research Proposal, PPT, Self-declaration form, etc.).
Proposal and PPT must include signatures of Guide and HOD (stamp on first page).
Self-declaration must be signed by Guide, HOD, and Nodal Officer before uploading.
Application Lock & Submission:
After filling details, click Application Lock → check “Print Preview”.
Correct errors (if any) before final lock. Once locked, no changes are allowed.
Print the application form.
Submit your form along with original documents to your University SHODH Nodal Officer for verification.
Application Status:
Track your application using the Student Status tab on the portal.
If the status shows “Pending”, contact your University Nodal Officer.
Nodal Officers can unlock your form for corrections only if status is pending.
User Manual: English
References & Official Links
Scheme Details
| Full Name | Scheme of Developing High Quality Research (SHODH) |
| Short Title | SHODH |
| Level | State |
| Scheme For | Individual |
| Categories | Education & Learning |
| States | Gujarat |
| Gender | All |
| Area | Both |
| Source | www.myscheme.gov.in ↗ |
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